Chronic Conditions

It may seem obvious that sleeping is important — most of us feel awful and function badly when we don’t get much of it, and the effects of sub-par sleeping habits can be cumulative over time. In fact, the average sleep duration for American adults has decreased in the...

Those living with diabetes can often feel isolated, especially if none of your family or friends have the disease. While you know you need to control your blood sugar, eat the right foods, and stay active – all of that can be hard to do well every day, especially when...

During the Winter, pollution can decrease air quality, affecting those with respiratory issues, children, and the elderly. Not only is there more small particle pollution from people heating their houses with wood stoves and fireplaces, but this smoke is also more...

When you’re first diagnosed with diabetes, there’s lots to learn, and a few mistakes are bound to happen. Here are 3 common ones, along with tips to help you avoid them from the Center for Disease Control.­­ 1. Not Testing Enough. Everyone’s diabetes is different,...

Are you ready to quit smoking or using tobacco? Check out these 10 creative, insightful, and effective tips from Kate McNally, Program Manager for the Cheshire Coalition for Tobacco Free Communities. This is a process, not an event. Be patient with yourself. Set a...

Don’t let good diabetes management go on vacation just because you did. Traveling to new places gets you out of your routine—that’s a big part of the fun. But delayed meals, unfamiliar food, being more active than usual, and different time zones can all disrupt...